The solution has many uses. One can use it to run personal and business applications.
IT Project Manager, Senior Java Developer at a financial services firm with 1,001-5,000 employees
A stable solution which is easy to install, but could have better security and be more user friendly
Pros and Cons
- "I would say that the solution is stable."
- "The solution could be more secure and user-friendly."
What is our primary use case?
What needs improvement?
Although security was improved greatly from Windows 7, there are still many artifacts remaining from it and from Windows XP. There is still the control panel. Also, migration wasn't done to the new interface.
As such, the solution could be more secure and user-friendly.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windows 10 for a couple of years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I would say that the solution is stable.
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What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The solution is not scalable on its own, although it is if one puts it in a company.
How are customer service and support?
I have not had experience with technical support.
How was the initial setup?
The solution is easy to install and approximates CAVE.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
There are no surcharges beyond the licensing cost.
The price is fine.
What other advice do I have?
There are thousands using the solution in my organization.
I would definitely recommend the solution to others
I rate Windows 10 as a six or seven out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Service Delivery Manager / Architect at a tech services company with 201-500 employees
Easy to use with good productivity tools and good support
Pros and Cons
- "The most valuable features are ease of use, usability, and user-friendliness."
- "As a user, I should have a facility that I can secure an entire folder with a password."
What is our primary use case?
The primary use case of this solution is for the use of productivity tools such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. These are very popular and I don't see any alternatives.
There are some open-source, and even Mac has good products.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable features are ease of use, usability, and user-friendliness. These are great from the Office products perspective.
From an organization's perspective, we use Office 365 cloud version for the office, which is excellent.
It's quite straightforward and has all of the features that I was looking for.
What needs improvement?
One of the areas that need some clarity, is when trying to secure a specific folder between the file system with a password. I am not sure if it is possible.
As a user, I should have a facility that I can secure an entire folder with a password. This is a feature that I would like to be added to the Windows System.
Also, It could be more secure.
For how long have I used the solution?
When I first purchased my laptop, it came with Windows 8.1 in 2013 or 2014, then when Windows 10 was released it was automatically updated.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
It's a very stable product.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I am not using it extensively.
In our organization, we have approximately 200 people.
I am not sure of the exact number of internal users, but all of the laptops and desktops have Windows 10 installed.
The need is always there on a daily basis.
How are customer service and technical support?
I have had some very basic issues that I needed some additional help with. They were formulas in Excel and the support was very helpful.
Microsoft technical support is good and the documentation is very good. It's very helpful.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I have used Ubuntu for some time and also OpenOffice. Office products are superior to OpenOffice and other products.
How was the initial setup?
I was not a part of the installation, but from what I understand it was straightforward.
When I purchased my laptop, it was already installed.
I completed the upgrade myself.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Windows 10 is licensed. It was included with the purchase of my laptop.
What other advice do I have?
When I spend time on documentation, this is a very good application to use.
I would recommend using Windows 10 to anyone who is interested in implementing this solution.
I would rate this solution a nine out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
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Network Engineer at a computer software company with 201-500 employees
Offers a good user experience, is stable, and the level of security is good
Pros and Cons
- "The licensing is reasonable."
- "The solution would benefit from more dashboards."
What is our primary use case?
The solution is primarily used for running business applications.
What is most valuable?
My experience so far has been excellent as an end-user.
The solution is easy to use.
The product is quite stable.
I don't have any issues with the level of security that is on offer.
The licensing is reasonable.
What needs improvement?
They could continue to improve user-friendliness.
The solution would benefit from more dashboards.
For how long have I used the solution?
We've recently switched to Windows 10. It hasn't been that long just yet. I've been using it for only a couple of months.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The stability has been excellent so far. I have not had issues with bugs or glitches. It doesn't crash or freeze. It's reliable and the performance seems to be good.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
We have about 100 or more users on the solution right now.
How are customer service and support?
I do not recall using technical support in the past. I can't say that I have reached out, and therefore, cannot rate their services. I can't speak to how helpful or responsive they are.
How was the initial setup?
I wasn't a part of the installation process. I can't speak to how difficult or simple it was or how long it took.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The pricing is okay. I don't take issue with it or find it too expensive.
What other advice do I have?
I'd rate the solution at a ten out of ten overall. I've been very happy with its capabilities.
I would recommend the solution to other users or other companies.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Functional Consultant at a manufacturing company with 1,001-5,000 employees
Great operating system that is stable and straightforward to setup
Pros and Cons
- "The solution has been issue-free."
- "In general, the price could always be cheaper."
What is our primary use case?
We primarily use the solution as our operating system. We use it to run our business applications.
What is most valuable?
The solution has been issue-free. The performance is good.
The initial setup is straightforward.
What needs improvement?
In general, the price could always be cheaper.
For how long have I used the solution?
We've used the solution since the day it was released. It's been a while at this point.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The performance has been great. I would rate the solution's level of performance at an eight out of ten. It's stable. We haven't had issues. There are no bugs or glitches. It doesn't crash or freeze.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
We have 350 people in our organization using the product right now.
As of right now, we have no plans to increase usage.
How are customer service and support?
We don't really need the assistance of technical support as we have the internal expertise and they can help us if we get stuck on something. Therefore, I wouldn't be able to rate their level of service.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We have always used Windows. We simply updated our previous Windows system to Windows 10 when it was released.
How was the initial setup?
I have found the solution to be very easy to set up. The implementation process is simple and not difficult at all.
We have four individuals that can handle deployment and maintenance.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The pricing could be lowered a bit to help keep it affordable.
Currently, we pay a yearly licensing fee.
What other advice do I have?
I'd rate the solution at an eight out of ten. We've been satisfied with it in general.
I would recommend the solution to others considering implementing it.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Technology Consultant- Networking Services at STS
A versatile and easy to install solution which is stable, scalable and performs well
Pros and Cons
- "The solution is versatile and allows for easy installation."
- "The interface could be more user-friendly."
What is our primary use case?
The solution is useful for running my personal applications.
What is most valuable?
The solution is versatile and allows for easy installation. It is stable and boasts good performance.
What needs improvement?
The interface could be more user-friendly.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windows 10 for a long time, a couple of years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The solution is stable and has good performance.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The solution is very scaled.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
In the past I used Windows 7, upgraded to Windows 8 and, subsequently, to Windows 10.
How was the initial setup?
The solution is easy to install.
This process lasted less than an hour.
What about the implementation team?
The technical team responsible for the deployment consists of five people.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
We pay for an annual license.
What other advice do I have?
Our organization has 350 users making use of the solution.
I would definitely recommend the solution to others.
I rate Windows 10 as a nine out of ten.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Sr.Customer Engineer- Projects at a tech services company with 201-500 employees
Installs easily, is reliable, and is easy to use
Pros and Cons
- "It is easy to use."
- "The security should be increased."
What is our primary use case?
Windows 10 is an operating system that I am using on my laptop to run applications.
What is most valuable?
Windows 10 is very good.
They build a lot on the stages, which has helped in making Windows 11 an improved version.
It is easy to use.
What needs improvement?
The security should be increased. More people are using Windows 10, which makes it more vulnerable. With more people using it makes you prone to attacks. It has to be updated frequently, along with the market trends.
Frequent updates can be frustrating.
The technical support should be more feasible, and more viable. Their work strategy needs to be changed.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windows 10 for four years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Windows 10 is stable, unlike Windows 7, the previous version.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Everyone in the organization is using this solution. Some also have it installed on their personal laptops for personal use. We even have situations where it is installed on a Mac.
How are customer service and support?
It is difficult to approach them to get a solution.
We don't have a dedicated technician who is connecting to us or to address any issues we are experiencing.
You can try to call, and it just rings, or we connect to some local corner in the world to tell our story and what we need from them before we can get a solution.
This is an issue that we have with Microsoft.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I am using Windows 11.
As a technical team, we use many solutions in several different environments.
For example, testing environments, and virtual environments.
How was the initial setup?
The installation is feasible. In terms of the installation, it is straightforward, they have improved the installation process quite a bit.
It can take 15 to 20 minutes to deploy.
We don't require anyone to maintain the solution, we push it through an SCCM. They get connected to the LAN network.
What about the implementation team?
I was able to complete the installation myself.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
We pay Microsoft a yearly license fee. Our payments are made through the portal.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend this solution to others who are interested in using this solution.
I would rate Windows 10 a nine out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
IT Program Manager at a computer software company with 5,001-10,000 employees
Good navigation and intuitive design
Pros and Cons
- "The features that I have found most valuable are that it is user-friendly."
- "It could have more integration and a better pricing plan."
What is our primary use case?
Windows 10 is an operating system that all our applications run on. It's basically for my personal purposes at home.
What is most valuable?
The features that I have found most valuable are that it is user-friendly.
What needs improvement?
In terms of what could be improved, it could have more integration and a better pricing plan. Additionally, it could be more secure and have more dashboards.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windows 10 for about 9 years or so.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
It is definitely stable, has good navigation, is easy to use, and has an intuitive design.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I can't say if it is scalable.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I was on Linux before using Windows 10.
How was the initial setup?
It is very easy to install. It usually takes a couple of minutes.
What about the implementation team?
I did it myself.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
It's a yearly license.
What other advice do I have?
On a scale of one to ten, I would rate Windows 10 an eight.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Global Head - Datacenters, Cloud and IT Core Services at a logistics company with 10,001+ employees
Stable, easy to install, and has good support
Pros and Cons
- "The technical support is fantastic."
- "They need better upgrading. It is not updating for me at all."
What is our primary use case?
I use this solution mostly for running my personal applications.
What needs improvement?
Since I purchased this solution, the upgrades have stopped. They need to do something better when it comes to the upgrades.
They need better upgrading. It is not updating for me at all.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windows 10 since it has been launched.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The stability is good. I have no issues with the stability of this solution.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
We have ten users in our company.
How are customer service and technical support?
The technical support is fantastic.
How was the initial setup?
It was easy to install, it only took a couple of minutes.
A normal person could maintain this solution.
What about the implementation team?
I completed the installation myself. I did not need the help of an integrator or a consultant.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Licensing fees are paid yearly.
What other advice do I have?
I would definitely recommend this solution.
I would rate Windows 10 a ten out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
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